Limited
2023 LaStellina Rosato

2023 LaStellina Rosato

LASTELLINA ROSATO IN 7 WORDS

Cranberry, Raspberry, Citrus, Flowery, Herbaceous, Tart, Balanced

WINEMAKER’S NOTES

We celebrate the fact that we make wine in a region where vintage variations play an important role. Typical growing seasons are a nightmare for commercial wineries interested in making consistent but boring wines. For us, however, it defines our interest in wine. We look forward to seeing what Mother Nature gives us to work with each year. It is the effects of each vintage on the finished wine that urges us to start verticals of our favourite wines then follow their evolution and discuss their merits at tastings with friends.

LaStellina was made by combining both the “press” and the “bleeding” method. LaStellina is a Rosato with personality and elegance. It is often very slightly off-dry to dry and in 2023 we have once again found that perfect tightrope balance. This style of Rosato will complement any hot summer day on the patio or by the poolside as a solo sipper or one to go with snacks and various dishes. The Cabernet Franc adds some beautiful spice and herbal notes, while the Merlot provides a mélange of red and dark fruit notes.

  • Di Carne
    The slightly off dry and highly aromatic qualities of this wine complement dishes that carry spice or piquant flavours. Hearty Indian or Thai curries would be a great choice! This wine will also work beautifully with strong aged cheeses.

    Vegetariano / Vegano
    A variety of vegetarian Indian and Thai dishes will work incredibly. Pairing this with lentil & bean chilli on a brisk fall day can work wonders.

Slideshow Items

  • 90 points

    A juicy, fruity, grapefruity, mostly dry, but generous rosé here from the Okanagan. I like the zest and vibrancy on the palate, the firmness. Raspberry and strawberry flavours lead, along with white cherry, and green herbs. Finish lingers nicely. Tasty and well worth a look. Value Rating: 5/5

    John Szabo (MS) Wine Align  |  Tasted: May 2024
  • 90 points

    A blend of nearly two-thirds percent cabernet franc and one-third merlot with a splash of sangiovese for a fruit forward and also quite honestly tannic Rosé. Very fresh and feeling like a wine that has yet to fully settle down and in, regardless of it being a Rosé. Crunchy and a bit salty with knowable red fruit moments, namely strawberry and cherry before sliding down into, resting and waiting in a structured hole. Will drink at its best towards the end of summer with grilled fishes, citrus sauces and peaches. Value rating 4/5.

    Michael Godel Wine Align  |  Tasted: May 2024
  • 91 points

    This is a very lively yet serious rose based on merlot and cabernet franc. All kinds of aromatic lift here with red currant, rhubarb, sour cherry and classic BC sage and herbals. It is medium weight, spry quite bitter and edgy, with excellent length. Quite pithy and grapefruit-driven on the finish. A rose for the Mediterranean table. Value Rating: 5/5

    David Lawrason Wine Align  |  Tasted: May 2024